About the List

Melbourne's most powerful shape the identity and future of Australia's cultural capital. They wield their influence over its culture, environment and economy, its planning, architecture, development, transport and infrastructure.

They play a role in the safety, happiness and wellbeing of Melbourne's residents. In some cases, these individuals are the public 'face' of the city, but not always: often, Melbourne's most powerful act quietly behind the scenes – for reasons of both public good and personal gain.

MasterChef judge George Calombaris has launched a spray at the Gillard government's Fair Work Act, claiming that public holiday and weekend penalty rates have the potential to force his new restaurant venture to the wall.

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The Power Index follows power and influence in Australia. Paul Barry and a team of investigative journalists find out who really runs Australia via regular Power Lists profiling powerful individuals across Politics, Media, Money, Law + Order, Culture and special lists. The Power Index Email Alert is a twice weekly snapshot of power-related news, views and features. Web development of The Power Index by Valegro.